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The Difficulty of Defining a Disability—Anxiety

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In today’s world, countless individuals suffer from anxiety in its various forms. According to the World Health Organization, in 2019, 301 million people in the world had an anxiety disorder, which makes anxiety disorders...more

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Neurodiversity, autism and work

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Neurodiversity is a relatively new term, but increasing numbers of employers are seeking to plug their skills gap by developing a more neurodiverse workplace. This article gives some guidance on how HR can assist....more

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UK: Non-visible Disabilities at Work: How to Take Action and Make an Impact

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Approximately 23% of the working-age population in the UK reported that they were disabled in January to March 2023 (so almost 1 in 4 working people), and it is estimated 70-80% of disabilities are non-visible. With this...more

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[Webinar] Neurodivergence and Mental Health Diversity - Complimentary Diversity Webinar - December 9th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

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Neurodiversity has been described as the viewpoint that neurological variations such as autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (“ADHD”) are not deficiencies, but instead are simply differences in how human brains...more

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Mariah Carey Won’t Let Bipolar Diagnosis “Define” or “Control” Her

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Mariah Carey, known as an iconic singer-songwriter and a dramatic diva, disclosed to People magazine last week that she has bipolar disorder. Although she was first diagnosed in 2001, Carey says she finally sought treatment...more

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Salvation Army to Pay $55,000 To Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

Aid Organization Refused to Hire Qualified Applicant at Wasilla Store Due to His Intellectual Disability, Federal Agency Charged - ANCHORAGE, Alaska -Global humanitarian organization The Salvation Army will pay $55,000...more

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Kentucky Fried Chicken Franchise to Pay $30,000 To Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit

Restaurant Owner Fired Employee for Taking Prescribed Medications for Bipolar Disorder, Federal Agency Charged - ATLANTA - Hester Foods, Inc., the operator of a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in Dublin, Ga., will pay...more

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Mental Health Disabilities – What to Do?

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We are seeing a growth in disability claims based upon mental health conditions which is very troubling for employers because it is hard to understand whether an employee actually has a mental health condition and it is...more

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Stepping Out of the Shadows: Accommodating Mental Health Issues in the Workplace

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2016 brought about a host of changes for employers, including new political leaders, ever-changing technology, and new and more open dialogue on a variety of different issues. Aside from politics, perhaps one of the biggest...more

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Employer Responsibilities re Mental Health Conditions

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently issued a “User-Friendly Document” explaining the rights of job applicants and employees with mental health conditions. In doing so, the EEOC has confirmed that individuals...more

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EEOC Provides Guidance Outlining Protections for Applicants and Employees with Mental Health Conditions

On December 12, 2016, the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued an informal resource document which serves to remind employers of protections afforded to applicants and employees who suffer from...more

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EEOC Issues Guidance on Mental Health Conditions in the Workplace

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On December 12, 2016, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published a resource document titled, “Depression, PTSD, & Other Mental Health Conditions in the Workplace: Your Legal Rights,” which summarizes the...more

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EEOC Releases Guidance on Mental Health Discrimination

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued guidance reminding employers that it is illegal under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other laws to discriminate against an employee simply because...more

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